Chapter <b>111 </b>
Rosalie nced at the time. “Okay.”
She took out her phone, and dialed Theodore’s number. It didn’t take long for him to pick up.
“Hello?”
”
“Theo, when are youing? Grandma’s waiting,” she asked.
“I still need to deal with somepany matters. Just wait a bit longer,
he replied.
“Oh, okay. How long do you think it will take?”
“Not too long.”
Suddenly, a woman’s voice came from Theodore’s end. “Theo, I identally spilled water on myself. Can you help me change my clothes?”
Hearing Cynthia’s voice, Rosalie suddenly felt annoyed.
Wasn’t this man supposed to be at the office? Why was he with Cynthia again?
She was about to ask him, but with Reba beside her, she didn’t dare say much.
So she just coldly said to Theodore, “Hurry up. Don’t keep Grandma waiting.”
Theodore simply responded calmly, “Okay.”
After hanging up the phone, Rosalie said to Reba, “Grandma, he’ll be here soon. I’ll go to the kitchen and see how things are going. You rest for a while.”
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“Alright,” Reba said as she pushed her sses up. “You can ask the kitchen to make the food a bit spicy. I know you like spicy food.”
“You knew?” Rosalie was surprised. She hadn’t eaten spicy food in front of everyone.N?velDrama.Org content.
“Of course I do. But since Theo doesn’t, so you stopped eating it too. I understand. You shouldn’t always amodate him. He should amodate you, too.”
“Thank you, Grandma.”
Rosalie was truly touched. The better Reba treated her, the more guilty she felt about lying to her. What Reba wanted most was for Rosalie to get pregnant, so she could have a great–grandchild.
Now that Rosalie was pregnant, she couldn’t tell the older woman. If only Reba knew, she would be so happy.
Feeling ufortable, Rosalie left Reba’s room.
Downstairs, she dialed Theodore’s number again.
The phone was picked up, but it was Cynthia’s voice on the other end.
“Hello, are you looking for Theo?”
Hearing Cynthia’s arrogant tone, Rosalie felt disgusted.
“Where’s Theo?” she asked.
“Theo went out to buy lunch for me. I mentioned that I really wanted lunch from the other side of town, so he drove all the way to get it for me. I told him it wasn’t necessary, but he insisted. There’s nothing I can do. He’s just too good to me.”
“That’s enough,” Rosalie interrupted. “I don’t need to hear this. It doesn’t matter. I’m not falling for your act.”
“Rose, look at what you’re saying. I’m just stating a fact. I know you
hate me, but there’s nothing I can do. Theo wants to be with me. I don’t know what to do.”
Cynthia’s arrogance could be sensed even through the phone.
Rosalie smiled faintly. “You seem quite happy with him staying with you today, aren’t you?”
“Why wouldn’t I be? He’s the man I love the most! Don’t you want him to stay with you? It’s a pity he’s unwilling to do so.”
The most desirable men are always the ones taken from other
women.
Rosalie suddenly chuckled. “You’re pretty funny. Looks like you don’t know what’s going to happen today.‘
“What’s going to happen? Are you nning to deceive Theo again? Are you going to use his grandmother? That’s the only trick you have left, huh? All because he doesn’t care about you!”
Rosalie wasn’t even angry, she just found it amusing. Cynthia w** just too ridiculous it seemed Theodore hadn’t told her about stealing
the resident register
Stil it was strange. It was such a big deal, but Theodore hadn’t mentioned it to Cynthia when it condemned both of them.
‘You’re right” Rosalie said. He cares so much about you, but I’m curious why he didn’t tell you about what was ploned today”
“I know about today’s ns,” Cynthip replied “He told me everything”
“Oh, really? So, what did he say? Rosalie asked curiously
She just wanted to see how Cynthia would y the fool. If Cynthia truly knew, would she remain so calm? Would she deliberately dy Theodore and prevent him from leaving her side?
“Theo said you guys are going back to have lunch with his
grandmother. Didn’t you just apany her a few days ago? It’s not a big deal if he goes a bitter, right?”
“Oh, is that so? He only told you that we were having lunch with his grandmother, and nothing else?
“What else could there be? You better not be up to something! Theo doesn’t like maniptive women.*
Cynthia spoke as if she were trying to catch a thief red–handed.
Rosalie almost rolled her eyes. She couldn’t be bothered to say more to Cynthia.
“Fine. When Theoes back, you tell him I said this. If hees back toote, I’ll have lunch with Grandma first. Once we’re done, I’ll
leave. I can’t apany Grandma while trying to get the resident register. If he doesn’te for it, then so be it. We won’t divorce today. Bye.”
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Just as Rosalie was about to hang up, Cynthia finally processed what
she said.
“Wait a minute!” Cynthia almost roared on the other end. “What did you say?! You’re going to get the resident register? When was this decided? Howe I didn’t know?”
“Why does it concern you? Shouldn’t your darling be the one telling you? After all, it’s a big deal for both of you. Doesn’t he love you so much? I thought he’d have told you.”
Rosalie’s tone was sarcastic, and Cynthia didn’t like it one bit. Her expression turned ugly.
“Rosalie, you’re not ying some trick again, are you? Is it some kind of trap? If I ask Theo about this, will he get mad at me?”
“I don’t know about that. You figure it out yourself. Bye now.<i>” </i>Rosalie hung up without bothering to listen to more of her nonsense.
Cynthia’s mood remained unsettled for a long time. Theodore hadn’t taken his phone, so she couldn’t reach him and could only wait for his
return.
Eventually, Theodore came back with lunch in hand.
“Cindy, I’ve brought back lunch. Let’s eat,” he said.
“Theo, Rosalie called just now. I was worried she had something urgent, so I picked it up for you. She told me something, but I think it might be a joke,” Cynthia said.
Theodore paused slightly as he arranged the food. Then, he
responded indifferently as though he already knew what it was about, “What did she say?”
“She said you were going to your grandmother’s today to get the resident register so you two could process the divorce.”
Theodore’s hand, busy with setting down the dishes, paused momentarily. He furrowed his brows and then replied casually, “That’s right.”
Cynthia’s heart raced, “Why didn’t you tell me earlier?”
“Some things are better told once they’re done. Otherwise, if something goes wrong, it will only disappoint you. It’s just likest time, with the divorce papers. They were signed and then torn apart,” Theodore responded in a somewhat detached manner.
“Theo, are you saying we might not get the resident register today?” Cynthia asked urgently.
“I don’t know,” Theodore replied nonchntly. “Until it’s done, no one knows the oue.”
“Then why don’t you hurry back? If you’re not there, she can’t do it alone,” she urged.
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Theodore had already arranged the food on the table.
“So, you want me to hurry back?”
“Yeah, you go ahead,” Cynthia said with a smile.
“When you called me, you made it sound urgent. You insisted I needed to help you with this and that. I don’t think you really want me to hurry back,” Theodore teased.
It wasn’t really a dig at Cynthia from the depths of his heart. It was more like banter between two close people.
“Come on, Theo. Are you really going to pick on me for this? I didn’t know you were going back to divorce her. If I had known, I wouldn’t have held you back. I love you so much, and you should know what’s on my mind,” Cynthia said, sounding pitiful. She lowered her head more and more as she spoke.
“Do you need me to stay here with you? Should I really go back to have dinner with Rose and Grandma?” he asked, double–checking things.
“You should go. Don’t keep them waiting,” Cynthia urged.
Her desire was inly evident in her eyes. Theodore knew this well, and naturally wouldn’t argue with her about it.
For some reason, Cindy kept holding him back the entire day. So, he stayed and didn’t tell her the truth.
“Then you’ll have lunch by yourself,” he said.
“Okay, I’ll be good and finish lunch. You should hurry,” she replied.
“Alright,” Theodore said, putting on his coat. “I’m leaving now.”
‘Don’t forget your phone,” said Cynthia, acting like a devoted wife as
she handed it to him
Theodore took the phone without saying much, and left the ward,
Cynthia sighed deeply
She never expected what Rosalie said to be true.
Seriously, what was wrong with Theodore? Why didn’t he tell her
earlier?
Maybe Theodore was afraid of disappointing her.
Theodore was right, though. Until the very end, no one knew what would happen.
Theo really loved her and cared so much about her feelings. The more Cynthia thought about it, the sweeter it felt.
Meanwhile, Rosalie and Reba were sitting at the dining table. The food was already served, and steaming with a delicious aroma. However, the heat was fleeting. If Theodore didn’t show up soon, it would turn cold soon.
Reba’s expression was sour, as if she was seriously annoyed.
Rosalie hurriedly tried to cate her “Grandma, why don’t we just eat first? Let’s not wait for him.”
“We have to wait,” Reba said coldly. “Let’s see if that brat wille. If he doesn’t, I won’t eat. Does he intend to starve an olddy to death? I’m so angry at him now!”
Reba mmed the table with force.
“Every time, it’s like this. When hees, I want to ask him, just how busy he is with work?! Or is he up to something else outside?!”
Seeing Reba like this, Rosalie felt a bit worried about Theodore. She was even more concerned that Reba’s anger might affect her health.
So, she pulled a chair closer to Reba and coaxed, “Grandma, is it not good enough for me to eat with you? Why do you have to wait for Theo? You always say you love me the most, but it seems like you love your grandson more.”
Rosalie looked displeased, like a child.
Reba held her hand. “Rose! Of course I love you the most. I’m just mad at Theo. He’s alwayste.”
“Then, why isn’t it enough that I’m here with you? Am I not good
enough? Who cares what he’s doing? I’m starving,” Rosalie said as she patted her t stomach. “Let’s eat first, okay?”
“Alright,” Reba sighed. “Oh, you…I know you’re defending your husband.”
“No way! I’m not doing that. I’m just hungry, and I’m worried you’ll go hungry too. Who cares what he’s doing? We’ll finish eating, and there won’t be any left for him when hees,” Rosalie said
Rosalie was the best at soothing Reba. Every time Rosalie
“Alright, let’s eat first. I can’t bear to see you go hungry,” she finally
said.
So, the two of them began eating by themselves.
“Rose, try this fish with pickled vegetables. I know you love this, so I told the kitchen to make it spicy–just the way you like it.”
“Thank you, Grandma. Rosalie took a bite, and nodded repeatedly.” This is great!
“If it’s good, eat more. Don’t always amodate Theo in the future. You love spicy food, but you do the same as him and don’t eat spicy things. It’s not like he has ever amodated your taste.”
Even though the olddy didn’t live with them, she still knew a thing or
two.
“Grandma, Theo’s good to me. He’s just not the type to show everything outwardly,”
Rosalie didn’t want Reba to be angry at Theodore. Rosalie seemed like the bond that held the family together.
Unbeknownst to them, Theodore was standing outside the dining room. He was just about toe in when he heard Rosalie’s words.
Should he feel ashamed? Was he really good to her?
“Yes, Theo keeps everything to himself. You know, he’s a bit like his
father in some ways. He misjudges people easily. Sometimes, I can’t help but be strict with him. I don’t want him to make the same
mistakes as his father did, like messing things up for Sydney…”
“Grandma, what happened between Dad and Mom?”
Rosalie had never asked before, but today Reba brought it up, as if wanting to tell her.
Reba sighed. “It’s quite a ridiculous story. I don’t even know where
to start.”
Seeing Reba’s sigh, Rosalie said, “Grandma, is it okay to talk about it? It’s okay if it’s not. You don’t have to tell me.”
Reba smiled. “Oh, look at you! Why wouldn’t it be okay to talk about it? You’re also a member of the family. I didn’t tell you about this before because it’s just too embarrassing.”
“What exactly happened?”
Reba told her the story, “Wesley was always entangled with his first love. Sydney always endured repeatedly, but your father–inw was stubborn. He just had to cling to his first love.”
Rosalie covered her lips, somewhat surprised. “So, Dad cheated?”
“Whether he cheated or not, I’m afraid only he knows. Anyway, because of this, Sydney had many fights with him. She even got sick from the stress, and almost had a serious health issue.
“After this dragged on for a while, they were about to divorce. I stepped in to try to handle the matter. I found that woman, Wesley’s so–called first love, to see what kind of person she was. It’s ridiculous, really. I don’t know what he was thinking! You can find a woman like her at any nightclub.”
Reba sighed.
“And then, that woman put up an act and made Wesley think I was trying to harm her. She argued with me, and got me really upset.
Anyway, I told Wesley that if he wanted to divorce Sydney, he’d have to leave the family with nothing to his name.”
Rosalie couldn’t help but admire Reba’s courage. Even with her own son, she could be so impartial and not biased at all. Instead, she protected her daughter–inw and would even kick her son out of the family with nothing.
Having such a mother–inw was rare. It was no wonder Sydney, despite being cold towards Wesley, still respected Reba a lot. That respect was well–deserved by Reba.
“And then, what happened to Dad?” Rosalie asked.
Reba replied, “At that time, Wesley was as stubborn as a mule. He couldn’t be persuaded, no matter what. He really left with nothing, and gave up everything to chase after his first love. Before he left, he even had a fight with Sydney. Theo was about ten years old at that time.”
Rosalie frowned tightly. “Dad was really over the line ”
“Yes, I don’t know what got into him. He was truly blinded by something. What was so good about that first love of his?”
Hearing this, Rosalie also wondered what was so special about Cynthia.
“And then, what happened?” Rosalie asked further.
Suddenly, Reba burst intoughter.
“The story’s just too funny. That woman originally thought I couldn’t bear to let my son leave with nothing. As time went on, she realized that I really made Wesley leave with nothing. He had no money left, and had lost everything. When that woman realized she couldn’t be Mrs. Spencer, she left him.”
At this point, Reba couldn’t stopughing.
“I’ve seen so many women like her, all just aiming to be ady of the Spencer family.”
Rosalie couldn’t help butugh too. “So, Dad was abandoned?”
“Exactly! Later, Wesley realized her true colors. He came back to apologize to me. I told him that apologizing to me won’t help, and that he should apologize to his wife. Sydney wasn’t willing to forgive him and insisted on divorcing him, but Wesley refused,” Reba replied.
“After all the twists and turns, the marriage hasn’t ended. Sydney’s disappointed in him, and doesn’t want to live with him. She focuses on her career, and doesn’t care about Wesley. Even now, they’re still at a stalemate.”
Rosalie understood everything after hearing this.
“Mom’s attitude towards Dad is understandable, considering how Dad acted. It’s all Dad’s fault.”
Rosalie didn’t defend Wesley. After all, he waspletely in the
wrong.
“Even though Wesley is my biological son, I can’t just turn a blind eye to what he did. I did talk to Sydney, subtly hinting and hoping they could reconcile. Ultimately, their rtionship is up to them. I can’t force it. Whether Sydney can forgive my son and what happens in the future, it’s all up to them,” Reba said.
Rosalie truly admired Reba. Few people could be as clear–minded as her.
“Yes, what happens in the future is up to them. I feel like Mom’s career is still very important to her, though. She should be living a fulfilling life now.”
Reba nodded.
“That’s right. She’s very capable. She became the bank president through her own abilities, without relying on the Spencer family.
“Actually, she’s had a tough life. Her mother died early, and her father remarried when she was young. Her stepmother treated her badly, and even abused her when she was a child.
“After she married into the family, her father and stepmother shamelessly came looking for her. They wanted to climb the socialdder through her. I told Sydney that it was her decision, but she’s
very clear–headed. If someone treats her badly, she doesn’t care about their blood ties.”
Reba suddenly remembered something, and said, “Actually,
Sydney is quite simr to you in some ways. When I chose a wife for Wesley, I also considered her character.”
“Does that mean you arranged Dad’s marriage too, Grandma?”
It seemed simr to what happened between her and Theodore.
“Rose, do you think I’m too overbearing? To even arrange marriages?” Reba asked.
“I didn’t mean it like that, Grandma.”
“Well, it’s not like I don’t know that,” Reba said. “Maybe I have a bit of an old–fashioned mindset, but I firmly believe that the people I pick are always right.
“Look at Wesley. He’s still clinging to Sydney after he finally saw the good in his wife. When I chose his wife for him, he was so unwilling. He always acted like the whole world owed him something.
“Men always realize thingste. Luckily, you and Theo have a good rtionship. I’m not too overbearing in this matter. After all, you two have a ten–year foundation of love.”
Rosalie smiled bitterly. “Yeah, Grandma. Theo and I are doing fine. You don’t have to worry about us.”
“Right, there won’t be any problems between you two. Even though that girl Cynthia was somehow between you two before this, it’s all
settled now.”
This was the first time Rosalie heard Cynthia’s name from Reba’s lips.
She suddenly wanted to ask Reba if Reba really did something during Cynthia’s surgery that caused the dy.
In the end, all of what Rosalie knew was just Cynthia’s side of the story. She couldn’t fully trust it. If she asked Reba about this, Reba woman would surely suspect why Rosalie was asking such
questions.
With how smart Reba was, she would probably guess that Cynthia was causing trouble again. It would only make things messier.
Seeing Rosalie lost in thought, Reba asked, “What’s wrong, Rose?”
Reba noticed that Rosalie fell silent when she mentioned Cynthia.
Did something happen?
Feeling Reba growing suspicious, Rosalie quickly said, “I’m fine, Grandma. I’m just still not over Dad and Mom’s situation. It feels like a pity. If Dad had liked Mom earlier, it would’ve been better. Now, it seems a bit toote.”
“I’m not sure about that,” Reba said. “But you don’t need to worry about them. They’ve lived half their lives and seen many things. After all these years of ups and downs, they probably have their own way of getting along. Just focus on living a good life with Theo.”
Rosalie nodded. “Okay, Grandma. I understand.”
“What’s more important is to have a child soon,” Reba said, bringing up the topic again.
“I know you’re young and maybe want to have a few more years to yourselves, but having a child early is also fine. You can hire the best helpers to take care of the child, and do whatever you want without worrying about anything. When youe home, you can y with the child.”
Seeing the anticipation in Reba’s eyes, Rosalie felt uneasy again. She wanted to tell the older woman that she was pregnant to make her happy.
But she couldn’t.
Just then, Theodore walked in, breaking the tension. “Grandma, I’m here.”
His arrival conveniently shifted the topic.
Reba nced at him coldly. “You finally decided to show up. I thought the high and mighty CEO might be too busy to remember
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having a meal with his grandmother
Reba’s tone was sarcastic.
Theodore smiled faintly. “Sorry, Grandma. There were really a lot of things at thepany, and I unintentionally got dyed. But I’m here. now, right?”
“You have some nerve,” Reba snorted coldly. “Rose came early to keep mepany. Every time, you have somethinge up and are alwayste.”
“Grandma, don’t be mad at Theo. Let’s have dinner together, okay? I’m sure we’ll have a better time now that Theo is here,” Rosalie said.
She always knew how to ease the tension between them.
Although Reba was scolding her grandson, she softened after hearing Rosalie’s words. She cared about Rosalie, so naturally, she indulged Rosalie all the time,
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“Grandine, you look even better than before Theodore arteand
“Don’t try to sweet talk me My good spirits are all thankes ke Roshe cheering me up You haven’t done anything You’ve only managed th angen the ”
Reba wasn’t holding back at all
Therardiore wasn’t offended the was very respectful to Reba, he knew then strictness was for his own good, so he didn’t truly get upset “Vien corry, Grandma I was wrong,” he apologized sincerely
“M’s good that you know that I’m going to punish you, then, Reba said, turning to Zane. ‘Get him a bottle of wine. Let us punish himself with three cups first
Soon, Zane brought a bottle of red wine. He poured it into a tail ss. and ced it in front of Theodore
“Grandma, Rosalie said hurriedly, he has to drive backter 11 wouldn’t be good for him to drink
“Don’t worry. If he gets drunk, the driver will take him home,” Reba insisted, turning to Theodore. “What are you waiting for? Aren’t you going to ept your punishment?”
Theodore smiled helplessly. Then, he lifted the ss and drank all the wine in one gulp.
Rosalie was very worried. It seemed that Theodore really was going to punish himself with three cups, and Zane wasn’t holding back at <b>all </b>-he had poured such arge ss for the first cup.
She quickly started to serve food onto Theodore’s te. ‘Eat some food, and don’t drink so much at once. Take it slowly. Grandma didn’t say you had to drink it all at once.”
“Rose, don’t worry about him. If he did something wrong, he needs to ept punishment,” Reba said.
“Grandma, can’t you let him eat some food?” Rosalie tried to feed Theodore some food. “Here, have a few bites.”
Drinking on an empty stomach would make him feel terribleter when he got drunk.
Seeing Rosalie offering him food, Theodore suddenly felt warm. Even though half a ss of wine had already gone into his stomach, the difort was dispelled by her concern.
He opened his mouth and ate the food she offered, then handed the tall ss back to Zane.
Reba noticed the subtle interactions between the couple.
Zane poured another half ss, but this time it was more like three- quarters of a ss. It was almost as if he was deliberately making it difficult for Theodore.
Having served alongside Reba for many years, Zane naturally had some respect from Theodore. However, he poured the wine ording to Reba’s wishes.
Seeing therge amount of red liquid in the ss, Rosalie became increasingly anxious. She turned her head, and couldn’t help butin, “Zane, why did you pour so much?”
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Zane looked at Theodore, his eyes reflectingposure and wisdoms *tent that right, Master Theodore ”
Having been the butler for Reba for many years, he had watched Theodore grow up
Theodore had just finished a ss of wine, and hadn’t shown any signs of intoxication yet indeed, he had a good tolerance for alcohol
“Yes, pour a bit more I waste today, so I deserve the punishment,” Theodore sand, pushing the ss aside
Seeing Zane about to pour another full ss, he added, “Actually, just fill up the second ss to the brim
Having poured arge amount already, he seemed to feel it wasn’t enough.
Just as Zane was about to fill the ss, Rosalie grew extremely
anxious. “That’s enough, don’t fill it up to the brim. You still have a third ss to go.”
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The capacity for alcohol and its effect on the body didn’t necessarily corrte. Drinking too much could harm anyone, regardless of their tolerance.
Rosalie worried about this. Moreover, Theodore hadn’t eaten anything yet. A mere mouthful of food wouldn’t counteract so much alcohol.
“Rose,” Reba spoke up, “you worry too much. He’s a grown man, and he knows his limits. I wouldn’t let him drink if he couldn’t handle
it.”
“Please, Grandma. Spare Theo, okay? Don’t let him drink anymore. What if he gets drunk?” Rosalie’s concern for her husband was evident on her face.
“What’s the harm in getting drunk? It’s not like he won’t wake up. He can just sleep it off.” Reba shrugged off the concern, showing no mercy when it came to her grandson.
Rosalie wanted to say more, but before she could, Theodore ced the ss on the table. When she turned to look, she saw that he had already finished the second ss of wine.
Rosalie watched helplessly as Anthony filled the ss again, feeling dizzy just from the sight of it. o
“Eat something before you drink the third ss,” she said. She picked up a bowl and offered him some food, unable to stop herself from
caring.
Theodore’s lips curled slightly as he gently grasped her wrist. “Don’t worry, I’m fine.”
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ale hurried to stop him, but then she remembered something and stated. She retracted her hand, and watched helplessly as he downed the remaining wine
She couldn’t stop him, and Reba was set on punishing him.
Rosalie felt frantic as Theodore emptied the ss. After setting it down, hisplexion looked off. Even someone with a high tolerance shouldn’t drink like this, especially considering the high
cohol content of the wine.
Quick, eat something.” Rosalie grabbed his hand, thrusting the utensils into it. “Eat quickly.”
Theodore smirked and nced at fjer, a hint of mischief in his eyes.
He didn’t rush to eat, but turned to Reba instead. “Grandma, are you still upset? If you are, I’ll finish this bottle.”
He reached for the remaining wine in the bottle.
Rosalie panicked, and snatched the bottle away. “Don’t drink anymore! Three sses are enough, Grandma.”
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Before Reba could say anything Rosalie was in a frenzy. Seeing her like this. Reba sighed.
Look at how worked up you are over three sses of wine! Alright Zane, take the rest away.”
“Yes, ma’am,” Zane replied with a nod Just as he was about to take the sses and the bottle away. Theodore grabbed the wine bottle from his hand
‘No need Zane. There’s not much left anyway. I’ll finish it
“Theo, what are you doing?” Rosalie tried to stop him again, but Theodore held her hand
‘It’s fine. It’s just a little bit. I’ll be fine.”
Rosalie wanted to say something more, but Reba intervened.” Fine. If he wants to drink, let him Rosalie, you eat your food and don’t worry about him.”
‘But…” Rosalie wanted to protest further, but Theodore was already pouring the wine into his ss
Feeling helpless, she sighed inwardly. Perhaps she was too anxious Suddenly, she felt nauseous, as if she was going to be sick.
She quickly stood up from her chair Grandma, I need to use the restroom. I’ll be back soon<b>.</b>”
With that, she hurried off in the direction of the restroom.
Theodore took a few bites of his food, his gaze bing a bit
unfocused. He tasted a hint of spiciness, and furrowed his brow slightly. But knowing that Rosalie liked it, he didn’t say anything.
“Theo, do you see how much your wife cares for you? In the future. think more about her and don’t bully her, got it?” Reba said.
Theodore took a few more bites of his food, then set down his utensils and smiled, “Grandma, are you satisfied with this daughter–in-w of yours? Just like you were satisfied with my mom back then.”
The olddy frowned upon hearing this, as if guessing something.” You heard what Rosalie and I said?”
Theodore leaned back in his chair, not hiding anything, and casually replied, “Yes.”
“Now that you’ve heard, take it as a lesson. Look at the state your father is in now. Don’t follow in his footsteps.”
*Grandma, do you really bear no responsibility for how my father turned out?” Theodore’s voice suddenly grew deeper.
Leaning back in his chair, he continued, “He’s an adult. Whatever choices he makes, or whoever he marries, he’ll be responsible for the consequences. Why do we have to correct him? Why do we have to tell him what’s right and wrong, or force him to marry my mom?”
Reba furrowed her brow, a serious expression shing across her aged face.
“Theo, what do you mean by this? Are you taking your father’s side? Where does that leave your mother? She carried you for nine months, gave birth to you, and raised you all by herself while your father was hardly ever home. Do you know how much she suffered?”
“I know about my mom’s suffering.” Theodore gripped the armrest of his chair tightly. “But Grandma, everyone makes mistakes in this world. Have you ever considered that when you absolutely forbid
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people from making mistakes, they’re more likely to make bigger ones? Just like my father. If you hadn’t let him marry my mom <b>back </b>then, what would have happened?”
Reba mmed her fist on the table in frustration. “If I hadn’t let your dad marry your mom, would you even be here talking to me right now? Theo, don’t tell me you’re still thinking about that woman!”
Just the mention of Cynthia made Reba’s expression turn sour. Theodore had had quite a bit to drink, feeling a bit dizzy. He realized he had spoken too rashly, and knew he would only argue further with his grandma if he stayed. He stood up from his chair.
“I’ll go to the restroom.”
He left unsteadily.
Reba sighed heavily.
Theodore hadn’t reached the restroom when he suddenly heard voices at the door.
“Don’t tell Grandma or Theo about me throwing up just now.”
“Why not, Madam Rosalie? Could it be that you’re pregnant?”
“No, it’s nothing like that,” Rosalie said with a smile. “I just saw Theo drink so much. I’m not much of a drinker myself, so it made me feel queasy for a moment, I don’t want you to tell them because I’m afraid Grandma would worry.”
“Alright, Madam Rosalie. I won’t say anything. But are you really okay?
“I’m fine. I feel much better after throwing up. It’s all because Theo drank so much. It felt like I drank too.”
“Okay, I understand.”
The servant left the restroom, exiting from the left.
Rosalie turned to go right, but as she took a few steps, she suddenly saw a tall man appear behind her.
She was startled, and felt a bit guilty. “Theo? Why are you here?”
Theodore approached her slowly, a faint scent of wine lingering on him. “You threw up?”
Rosalie’s gaze shifted, realizing he had overheard her earlier conversation. She had to take control of the situation.
“Yeah, it’s all because you drank so much. No matter how much I
tried to stop you, it didn’t work. Now, even the smell of alcohol makes me nauseous.”
Theodore stood in front of her. He suddenly gripped her shoulder and pressed her against the wall.
“Rose, you should know we can’t have children, right?”
Rosalie’s heart sank. She looked up, and gave him a look of
astonishment. “What are you talking about out of nowhere?”
“It’s just a reminder. Your stomach seems really bad. You threw up when I stopped the car suddenly, and you threw up when I drank. Tomorrow or the day after, I’ll take you to a different hospital for a check–up and see what’s really going on.”
His gaze was intense, as if trying to read something from Rosalie’s face.
Rosalie’s heart pounded. She was worried Theodore might suspect something.
“Theo, don’t forget why we came here today. By tomorrow or the day after, we might already be divorced. I’ll handle my own affairs, and you have no right to interfere.”
At the mention of divorce, Theodore frowned.
He leaned closer. The scent of alcohol was strong around him as he whispered warmly in her ear, “We’re not divorced yet, are we? What’s wrong with me caring about you? Or are you hiding something from me?”
Theodore might be a bit tipsy, but his mind is still clear. Compared to usual, he seemed more outspoken when drunk. The things he said to Reba in the dining room, and now to Rosalie, were not something he would normally say.
Rosalie frowned, displeased. “What could I possibly hide from you? It’s you who I really can’t understand. You’re the one who wanted to divorce me for Cynthia, but why aren’t you proactive about it now? You said you were going to the office, but then you suddenly went to see Cynthia and helped her change clothes!”
At the mention of thest sentence, Rosalie’s lips trembled.
“What am I supposed to make of you? What are you really thinking?”
“Did you see me help her change clothes with your own eyes?” Theodore frowned deeply. He looked unhappy, and sounded
somewhat aggrieved.
1 heard it with my own ears! Rosalie mimicked Cynthia’s tone, even sounding quite believable. “Theo, I identally spilled ter on myself. Could you help me change my clothes?”
Her eyes took on an innocent look. After finishing her imitation, her expression returned to normal.
Theodore narrowed his eyes, and rested his hands near her ears on the wall. Hisrge frame overshadowed her petite one.
“Are you jealous?” he smirked wickedly. “Then I’ll help you change too.